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Survey, sampling, testing and diagnosis of common defects.
Underground - foundation shrinkage and swelling; drainage systems.
Examination of causes of common failure in the external building envelope (foundations, walls, roof, windows, doors, etc.); finishes (internal and external); services.
External works deterioration.

On completion of this module you will be able to:

LO1: Explain cause and effect of typical building defects
LO2: Knowledge and understanding of different types of testing and their limitations
LO3: identify structures/component failure and circumstances which contravene regulatory requirements and recommend appropriate action;
LO4: give examples of remedial action/works and appropriate strategies in various building types and their components including non traditional building techniques and drainage and damp repair.